PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy) Surgery in India
PCNL is a minimally invasive procedure to remove large kidney stones through a small incision in the back.
Overview
PCNL is a minimally invasive procedure to remove large kidney stones through a small incision in the back.
Symptoms
- ✓Severe flank pain
- ✓Blood in urine
- ✓Nausea
Causes
- ✓Large kidney stones
- ✓Recurrent stone formation
Diagnosis
- ✓CT scan
- ✓Ultrasound
- ✓Urine tests
Procedure
Small incision made in the back; instruments passed directly into kidney to break up and remove stones
Recovery
2-3 days hospital stay; 1-2 weeks to normal activity
Benefits
- ✓Effective for large/complex stones
- ✓higher stone clearance than other methods
Risks
- ✓Bleeding
- ✓Infection
Cost
Cost may vary depending on patient condition and hospital.
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Treatment options include surgery, radiation, hormone therapy and other therapies based on the stage.
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